Alfredo Pasta Sauce
Indulge in the creamy decadence of homemade Alfredo pasta sauce, a timeless Italian-inspired classic that transforms simple ingredients into a luxurious dish. Made with rich unsalted butter, fragrant minced garlic, velvety heavy cream, and a generous helping of grated Parmesan cheese, this recipe creates a silky-smooth sauce that clings perfectly to your favorite pasta. Seasoned with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, this comforting sauce is ready in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner upgrade. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and added freshness. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving an indulgent meal, this Alfredo sauce recipe is your go-to for restaurant-quality flavor right at home. Perfect for searchers looking for "easy Alfredo sauce," "homemade pasta sauce," or "creamy garlic Parmesan sauce."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Melt the unsalted butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly to combine with the butter and garlic.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat to medium-low.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, a little at a time, stirring constantly to ensure it melts smoothly into the sauce.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Continue to simmer and stir for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and optionally garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately over cooked pasta of your choice. Toss the pasta with the sauce to coat it evenly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2499 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 244.0 g | 313% | |
| Saturated Fat | 148.0 g | 740% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 724 mg | 241% | |
| Sodium | 3388 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 48.9 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1347 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 53 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
